Asked by Helen Zhang on Sep 29, 2024
What is the correct Lewis structure for ethyne, C2H2, also known by the common name acetylene?
A) H-H-C-C
B) H-C-C-H
C) H-C=C-H
D) H-C≡C-H
Lewis Structure
A Lewis structure is a diagrammatic representation of the arrangement of valence electrons around atoms in molecules, indicating the bonding between atoms as well as the lone pairs of electrons.
Ethyne
A colorless gas with a sharp, distinct odor; the simplest alkyne, it is a hydrocarbon with the formula C2H2.
Acetylene
A hydrocarbon and the simplest alkyne, used as a fuel and a chemical building block, recognized by its formula C2H2.
- Learn about the representation and bonding interactions in organic and inorganic molecules with the aid of Lewis structures.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the representation and bonding interactions in organic and inorganic molecules with the aid of Lewis structures.